By Celebranttrainer.com
Become a Celebrant
Your guide to become a celebrant
If you’re considering a meaningful new career, choosing to become a celebrant is a powerful and rewarding path. Celebrants play an important role in guiding families and couples through life’s most significant occasions, from weddings and funerals to naming ceremonies and more.
The journey to become a celebrant begins with gaining the right training and understanding of the role. Our warm and supportive training programmes, Endorsed by the NOCN (National Open College Network) help you build confidence while learning the foundations of ceremony writing, presentation, storytelling, and working sensitively with clients. You may also find our page on celebrant training helpful if you want to explore the learning process in more detail.
Once you complete your training, you can start offering ceremonies professionally. Many new celebrants choose to specialise in one area—such as weddings or funerals. If you are drawn to delivering compassionate, thoughtful services, our funeral celebrant courses provide deeper preparation and real-life guidance.
Becoming a celebrant also opens the door to flexible working, personal creativity, and the chance to make a genuine difference in people’s lives. With the right training and support, you can create meaningful, personal ceremonies that families will remember forever.
If you’re ready to begin, take the next step today and explore the training options that fit your goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to become a celebrant?
Becoming a celebrant means leading personalised ceremonies such as weddings, funerals, and naming ceremonies in a warm, meaningful way.
Do I need qualifications to become a celebrant?
While qualifications aren’t legally required, proper training helps you perform confidently and professionally.
How do I start working as a celebrant?
Most celebrants begin working after completing training and building experience through practice ceremonies.
Is becoming a celebrant a full-time job?
It can be full-time or part-time depending on your goals and the number of ceremonies you choose to take.
Can I become a celebrant if I have no experience?
Yes, many people start with no background in this area. Quality training gives you everything needed to start your journey.
What type of ceremonies can I offer?
You can conduct weddings, funerals, vow renewals, naming ceremonies, and other personalised celebrations.
Do you want to become a celebrant?
If you want to become a celebrant, you’re in the right place. I’m Dinah Liversidge (she/her), Founder and Chief Trainer at Celebrant Coaching and Training Academy. As an experienced celebrant, trainer and coach, I am passionate about our wonderful profession, and about training and supporting my fellow celebrants.
I took my first ceremony in 2009, so I know what it takes to create beautiful, bespoke ceremonies. And as a highly experienced trainer and coach I am here to pass this knowledge on to you with my specialist, customisable training programme.
I offer Funeral Celebrant Training, Wedding Celebrant Training, refresher courses in both wedding and funeral celebrancy and also coaching for established celebrants.
Ways we can work together
One to One Bespoke Training for New Celebrants
I offer bespoke one-to-one Wedding Celebrant and Funeral Celebrant training programmes for new celebrants. These consist of seven one-hour sessions, plus assignments, assessments and my ongoing support over a period of seven weeks.
Self-Paced Online Training for Celebrants
My self-paced training courses for wedding & funeral Celebrants deliver the same high quality training, with videos, assessments, and ongoing support, while completing your training at times that suit you.
Professional Development for Celebrants
Once you’ve trained, it’s important to continually invest in your development. I offer regular CPD sessions and workshops for both new and experienced celebrants that cover a wide range of ceremony and business skills.
Coaching for Celebrants
If you’ve been working as a celebrant for a while and it feels like a lot has changed, then this course is for you. We’ll complete a full review of your business, with loads of actionable ideas and a reconnection with your brand values.
It is easy to see why she is one of the best in her profession.
I have just completed my Independent Celebrant training with Dinah. Dinah’s knowledge and teaching skills are above and beyond.
Her knowledge of the profession comes across in her caring attitude. She backs up her training with additional helpful tips and information.
The training was interesting and encouraging. She is always there with help and advice.
She is someone you cannot help trust and respect. It is easy to see why she is one of the best in her profession.
– Allison Green
Guide to Your First Year as a Celebrant
Join my free bulletin and get the roadmap to thriving in your first year as a celebrant, complete with 3, 6, and 12-month plans to set you up for success.
From crafting ceremonies that leave clients raving to building a brand that attracts dream couples, this guide covers everything you need to grow with confidence. I’ll walk you through proven strategies to launch and sustain your business, so you can focus on doing what you love—creating unforgettable moments.
A testimonial from one of my 2025 students, Ginnie
Let’s talk about Coaching
Everyone is different, so my celebrant coaching sessions can be completely tailored to you and your business needs. If you’d like a supportive, non-judgemental space to talk, share ideas and perhaps try some new ways to support your mindset, I’d love to hear from you.
I work with a limited number of celebrants at any one time to maximise the personal support you receive. Sessions are on Zoom, one-to-one. And they’re recorded so that you can keep a copy to go back to anytime. We’ll have 60 minutes per session.
My current fees are £140 per session, or book a block of three sessions for £380.
If you’re ready to explore the idea of us working together and want to ask me a few questions before you commit, I would be delighted to offer a 20-minute taster session. I’ll answer your questions and we’ll see if we feel like a good fit.
Discover the joy of running a business you truly love, and let’s embark on this journey together!
Let's Stay in Touch
07942 188 101
dinah@celebranttrainer.com